A beautifully illustrated and rhyming bedtime story introducing "The Sleep Monster" who is good and needs the help of all children.
Young Alex is full of questions about sleep. Why does he need it? How does sand get in his eyes? Where does the sun g...o at night? Alex's father reveals to him a great secret: a massive and friendly "Sleep Monster" who is responsible for much more than Alex could have ever imagined! A new bedside fairy tale for children to believe in. Narration by Adrian Gray Marsden. For second through fourth grades.[more]

Written by Kevin Henkes. Read by Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, a Singer, Dancer and Actor in Camp Rock 2 and moreShe was a perfect baby, and had a perfect name, Chrysanthemum. But then she started school and began to wilt. She disliked her name until sh...e met her music teacher, Mrs. Twinkle. Mrs. Delphinium Twinkle. And suddenly, Chrysanthemum blossomed....[more]

Students will read and listen to Aunt Pearlie Sue’s animated Gullah version of the traditional folktale "The Little Red Hen." Storytellers are important people in most cultures. They entertain, educate and pass on the history of their culture. Often ...the stories they tell are what we call folktales, traditional stories that have been passed down through the generations. Often, these stories teach a moral or explain the origin something in nature. “The Little Red Hen teaches about the importance of hard work.[more]

Written by Warren Hansen. Read by Clint Holmes and Kelly Clinton, Entertainers Performing on Stage Around the World.On his way home, a little boy happens upon a magical door to a tiny bugtown where termites play the trumpet, centipedes dance, and the... Queen Bee announces that everyone in her kingdom should "Boogie down!"
*This is one of the best read-alouds I have seen. If you are not familiar with the book, there are many different types of bugs mentioned and would be great as an introduction to a bug unit.[more]

Take a virtual field trip to Germany with Rosie and Julian as they learn about fairy tales castles. The children listen to the story of Hansel and Gretel, visit a bakery, and even make a gingerbread house! (07:05)

Students will read and listen to Aunt Pearlie Sue’s animated Gullah version of the traditional folktale "What a Friend." Storytellers are important people in most cultures. They entertain, educate and pass on the history of their culture. Often the s...tories they tell are what we call folktales, traditional stories that have been passed down through the generations. Often, these stories teach a moral or explain the origin something in nature. In “What a Friend” snail learns valuable lessons about true friendship.[more]

This video version of The Jumblies, written by Edward Lear, includes text, narration, and pictures. It is part of the suggested reading materials listed on the CoreStandards.org website for grades 2-3. (05:30)

This video version of 'My Father's Dragon' by Ruth Stiles Gammett includes text, narration, and pictures. It is listed on the Corestandards.org website as part of the suggested reading material for grades 2-3. (03:30)

Animated Storybook- "When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but really loves you, then you become Real." Margery Williams' enchanting story about a toy rabbit will live forever in the annals of children's literature, com...ing alive through this unforgettable rendition. Told by Meryl Streep, Music by George Winston, Illustrated by David Jorgensen Awards: 1986 Grammy Award Nomination - Best Recording for Children Action For Children's Television (ACT) Award American Film Festival - Finalist CINE Golden Eagle Award Parents' Choice - Parents' Choice Award for Recording 1985 National Association of Record Manufacturers Listed among the 15 best illustrated children's books. (06:09)[more]

Written by Kevin Henkes. Read by Jordan Pruitt, Singer and Songwriter on tour performing around the country.Lilly has big plans. She's going to be the flower girl at Mr. Slinger’s wedding. But the biggest, the best and most perfect thing of all, you'...re invited to the wedding![more]

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